Bill Moyers Journal
Bringing back the landmark PBS series that first aired 35 years ago, Bill Moyers Journal, a weekly show with the goal of enriching the conversation of democracy, featured some of the most articulate, original – and independent – thinkers of our time. Each show included produced analysis of vital issues, strong interviews with unique voices on politics, the arts and letters, science, religion, and the media, as well as debates on public issues and documentary specials. (2007-2010)
EXPLORE THE SERIES
November 30, 2007 | Bill Moyers JournalBill Moyers reports on the politically powerful group Christians United for Israel, who call for a pre-emptive strike against Iran.
December 7, 2007Bill talks about the intersection of religious liberty and politics with Kathleen Hall Jamieson and Melissa Rogers.
December 14, 2007 | Bill Moyers JournalDr. Ronald Walters discusses racial issues intertwined with the 2008 presidential campaign and Bill Moyers provides an update on media consolidation.
December 14, 2007 | Bill Moyers JournalKeith Olbermann discusses the Iraq War, free speech, George W. Bush, as well as the "organic" origins of his own angry commentaries.
December 21, 2007Bill talks with author Benjamin Barber about capitalism and democracy.
December 21, 2007 | Bill Moyers JournalUniversity of Texas Law School professor Sanford Levinson and Bill Moyers discuss the weaknesses of the US Constitution.
December 28, 2007 | Bill Moyers JournalBill Moyers talks with the author of How the Irish Saved Civilization and revisits an interview with Desmond Tutu.
January 4, 2008 | Bill Moyers JournalPrimary candidates Dennis Kucinich and Ron Paul talk about media and the race. Kathleen Hall Jamieson gives a campaign update, spotlighting the "anti-establishment" candidates.
January 11, 2008 | Bill Moyers JournalShelby Steele speaks candidly about race in America. Plus, campaign expert Kathleen Hall Jamieson looks behind the campaign coverage.
January 18, 2008 | Bill Moyers JournalAs an aide to Lyndon Johnson, Bill was a witness to the cooperation between Martin Luther King, Jr., and the president that lead to the Act's passage.
January 18, 2008 | Bill Moyers JournalBill talks with historian and author Harvey Kaye about Thomas Paine's life and legacy.
January 18, 2008The reporter and author explains how America's economic and political system has been rigged to benefit the super-rich.
January 25, 2008 | Bill Moyers JournalThe sociologist discusses how individual Americans are affected by the global economic crisis. Plus, a critical look at spending on political TV ads.
January 25, 2008Bill talks with the best-selling author about his writing inspirations and the state of the nation.
February 1, 2008 | Bill Moyers JournalThe JOURNAL examines abuse of power and waste being exposed by Congress's Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Also, an update on '08 campaign endorsements.
